Ruka

Barad-dûr

Scenic climb from the base of the Island to the top of the lighthouse.

Buffless
First Ascentdiegosg18Oct 31, 2026
First Redpointdiegosg18Oct 31, 2026
First Clean AscentOpenOpen
Chalk Record5by diegosg18
Speed RecordOpenby Open
1Ascents
1Redpoints

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Go around to the base of the arch on the lighthouse side and make your way up staying as on the natural rock formations. First crux is a slightly overhanging section that outlines the human-carved area on the top right side. Continue up using the window-looking structures to reach a rocky ledge that is a bit tricky to get up on comfortably. Traverse carefully up to the right and continue up using the overhanging rock structure to make your way up to the last stage. Rest is straightforward.

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